Flat for sale 3+kk • 98 m² without real estateEssen Holsterhausen Nordrhein-Westfalen 45147

This beautiful, comfortable 98 m² condominium—offered in high-quality condition—in a multi-family house is located in the midst of a green oasis created over many years.

A green island in a central location within a traffic-calmed 30 km/h zone (by Drempel), adorned with mature trees.

This is in a highly sought-after residential area in the Essen-Holsterhausen district, in the immediate vicinity of the University Hospital and the University of Essen.

The move-in ready 3.5-room apartment is situated on the raised ground floor, is connected to the district heating network, has been continuously refurbished from an energy perspective, and impresses not only with its light-filled rooms and spacious feel. You have the opportunity to move in immediately and enjoy—or even rent out—the south-facing balcony as well as the beautifully versatile garden area.

A particular highlight, and a rarity in the city, is the garden area granted for EXCLUSIVE USE (special usage rights) by the owner. With a generous 153 m² at your disposal in addition to nearly 100 m² of seamlessly spacious living area, this urban retreat offers you the chance to enjoy a daily holiday in your green home with all the advantages of city living.

The property is suitable for couples and families. You decide whether you want to embellish your future garden with ornamental plants, grow your own fruits and vegetables, or create a play oasis for your children. Even large dogs would find a lovely home here.

There is direct access to the balcony and garden area from the living kitchen (which is included in the purchase price) as well as from the bedroom. The daylight bathroom features a shower PLUS a bathtub with views of the greenery PLUS a storage room.

Fast internet is available—currently DSL 100, with fiber optic possible as well!

A connection for a stove is possible and permitted, and there is a lockable bicycle cellar available.

The entrance door is made of aluminum with a locking system and intercom.

There are ample free parking spaces on the street, and garages can be rented nearby if needed.

All windows and exterior shutters throughout the property are NEW (installed in March 2022). In addition, the balcony doors have low thresholds for easy access, and the shutter boxes have been fitted with energy-efficient linings (providing thermal and sound insulation).

Even before the initiated energy-related modernization measures, the property’s energy rating was already at grade D. Since then, all units in the building have had their windows replaced and the entire basement ceiling—including the garage ceilings—has been insulated. This basement ceiling insulation not only reduces heating costs for the apartment above that is for sale but also improves the “underfoot warmth.”

Thanks to the completely traffic-calmed residential area and the nearby stretch of the A40 (paved with whisper asphalt in the Holsterhausen area), this property stands out not only with its energy rating (grade D) due to its connection to the district heating network and central location but also as a rare gem because of its high-quality features.

See for yourself the nature and bird paradise that could soon be yours.

Individual floor plan modifications are possible with minor changes (for example, what was formerly a study can be converted into a child’s room).

The purchase price does not include the furniture visible in the photos—with the exception of the living kitchen including appliances and washing machine, the pond pump and filter by Fa. Oase, various gardening tools, decorative elements, planters, etc. Further details can be arranged individually.

Please note: This brochure is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer.

You or your tenants will benefit from exceptionally good infrastructure, outstanding transport connections, as well as attractive leisure and recreational opportunities both within and outside the city.

Everyday shopping and numerous stores for daily needs are just a few steps away, either around the corner or on Gemarkenstraße—which is conveniently reachable on foot in under 5 minutes. This shopping street, located in the heart of Holsterhausen, along with the surrounding side streets, offers a diverse selection of boutiques, banks, doctors of various disciplines, pharmacies, cafés, supermarkets, and more. Local kindergartens, schools, and sports/playgrounds further complement the offer.

The daycare center is within sight, and the primary school is about a 5‑minute walk away—just as the University Hospital Essen is only 5 minutes away. A weekly market, ice cream parlors, and various restaurants are also within walking distance.

With public transportation, you enjoy a convenient and very quick (just two stops) connection to central Essen and the main train station. The S-Bahn station is only a 2‑minute walk away. Also, take advantage of the diverse offerings in Essen-Rüttenscheid—with the vibrant Rüttenscheider Straße and the nearby Limbeckerplatz shopping center—for your shopping spree or a visit to the Christmas market in the city center.

The beautiful GRUGA Park, with its meticulously maintained green spaces, invites you to take relaxing strolls or enjoy a picnic on one of its many lawns and is reachable on foot or by bicycle in just a few minutes. For sports enthusiasts, the wooded trail around GRUGA Park offers an ideal avenue for jogging, walking, or simply strolling. Excellent relaxation is also provided by the GRUGA Park thermal spa with its tasteful sauna landscape and variety of wellness treatments. Additionally, the southern part of Essen—with Baldeney Lake as another local recreational area—is reachable by car or public transport in a short time.

You can enjoy the city of Essen’s diverse cultural offerings—such as theaters, the Philharmonic, and the walkable Folkwang Museum—in the immediate vicinity.

Highway connections to the A40 and A52 are quickly reached, ensuring not only that professionals have ideally accessible routes to all cities in the Ruhr area and Rhineland but also to Düsseldorf Airport.

The property was comprehensively renovated in 2004 by various specialist firms. Walls were removed to give the apartment an airy character. The complete electrical sub-distribution, including the distribution box, was renewed, and the light switches and sockets are part of the designer switch program by GIRA.

Furthermore, all connections and piping in the bathroom and kitchen have been completely renewed. Since the building’s heating cellar is located beneath the bathroom and the new pipes run below that ceiling, a quick inspection—and, if necessary, repairs—of the pipes can be carried out without damaging the bathroom fixtures. This is a significant advantage over typical condominium apartments.

Suspended ceilings have been installed at a height of 2750 mm to save energy costs. This height preserves the old building character and maintains a generous, light-filled sense of space. To prevent heat loss, the ceilings are insulated, and sound insulation separates the apartment from the one above.

Throughout the apartment, designer recessed spotlights (in matte stainless steel) have been installed with separate lighting zones that can be switched on individually. LED lights are used, and the electrical sub-distribution includes transformers by Osram. The balcony features an exterior socket and high-quality designer outdoor lighting.

During the renovation, recesses behind radiators were evened out to prevent heat loss, and subtle white "compact surface heaters" with new connections (from KERM, including new thermostat valves) were installed.

Design elements in the bathroom as well as in the living room include radiators by JAGA—the Iguana Arco model in anthracite with chrome decorative valves (height 1800 mm). The window sills are made of black MDF with a matte finish. The floor covering throughout the apartment (except in the bathroom) is Meister laminate in a Waliser Walnut “ship plank” design, fully laminated to increase edge protection during cleaning. It has a load class of 32 (suitable for commercial use).

Award-winning (Red Dot Design Award) interior doors from KTM (a small door manufacturer) feature a “Kalkeiche Fineline Quer” finish. Door handles and window handles are made of solid stainless steel, and the balcony doors are lockable.

Hot water is provided by a digital instantaneous water heater from Stiebel Eltron.

The bathroom features a frameless full-glass shower by Sprinz, with flush-mounted rails and barrier-free sliding. The sink, WC, and acrylic bathtub/shower tray are from Duravit (in Philippe STARCK design), while the sink, shower, and bathtub fittings—including the towel holder—are by Kludi/Emco. The bathroom also has underfloor heating and Italian anthracite tiles.

The kitchen backsplash is tiled with products from Marco Polo, and there are 12 GIRA outlets installed. Access to the garden is provided by a staircase made of Bangkirai—a weather-resistant, durable hardwood—with stainless steel handrails (over 3 steps) leading directly to the garden area. The balcony includes a privacy screen and is finished with frost-proof Italian anthracite tiles similar to those in the bathroom.

In the garden center, there is a custom-made circular Bangkirai terrace (with a 5 m diameter), edged with natural stones, which opens onto an adjacent lawn area.

A small pond, constructed from matching natural stones and featuring abundant aquatic plants (such as water lilies and horsetails), is also part of the garden. A large inlet stone regularly attracts robins, sparrows, blackbirds, and even blue tits—birds that were thought to have vanished. Here, people can enjoy a drink and, playfully, even bathe. The cherry tree bursts into beautiful powder-pink blossoms in the spring, and an adjacent plum tree provides delicious plums in late summer. The garden is landscaped with a variety of decorative shrubs and flowers, which are pollinated by the established beehives and their industrious inhabitants.

Additionally, the garden area includes a large, walkable space beneath the balcony with a headroom of 185 cm—ideal for storage of gardening tools, etc.—covering an area of approximately 10 m². There are also cellar rooms accessible via the garden or building corridor (2 rooms in total, amounting to 14.6 m²).

Based on past experiences with the sale of other properties, please understand that we require prospective buyers to provide written proof from their bank confirming the financing commitment for the advertised purchase price BEFORE viewing our private spaces or addressing detailed questions. This is to deter individuals who, lacking other leisure options, might visit the property on weekends merely for their own amusement—to our dismay.

If you are interested and have a POSITIVE FINANCIAL APPROVAL from your bank, we look forward to receiving your application.